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The Scotsman Hotel

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Royal Mile

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Relax in this stylish living room with a high ceiling, featuring a large sofa, flat-screen TV, and dining area.
Step up to the entrance of The Scotsman, where a grand black door and arched windows welcome you.
Enjoy dining al fresco in this charming outdoor space with round tables and comfortable seating, surrounded by lush greenery and natural light.
Relax in a stylish room with a plush sofa, comfortable armchair, and desk with a telephone and computer.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, comfortable armchair, and flat-screen TV.
The Scotsman Hotel offers upscale boutique comfort near Royal Mile. Discover a charming blend of old and new, from the fireplace in the lobby to Grand Cafe's delicious meals. Guests rave about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location - making this hotel a haven for relaxation and exploration. Enjoy 4 meeting rooms, coworking spaces, coffee/tea in the lobby or simply unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour room service
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Minibar

Room options

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View all photos for Director Double Room

Classic design with a large bed, bedside table, and seating area.

Director Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Feature Twin or Double Room

Relax in this stylish room with a beige sofa, matching bed, and elegant paneling.

Feature Twin or Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Reporter Twin or Double Room

Classic hotel room with two beds, bedside tables, lamps, and radios.

Reporter Twin or Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Penthouse Suite

Relax in a spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating area, and a desk for work or relaxation.

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, armchair, and desk area, featuring a flat-screen TV and city views through large windows.

Feature Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Headline Suite

Relax in this stylish living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and dining area.

Headline Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Reporter Double Room

Classic design with a large bed, bedside table, and lamp.

Reporter Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Director Twin or Double Room

Relax in a serene space with a large window, comfortable sofa, and modern desk.

Director Twin or Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Publisher Suite

Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, perfect for unwinding.

Publisher Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Feature Family Room

Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, comfortable armchair, and flat-screen TV.

Feature Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Director Twin or Double Room, City View

Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, side table, and seating area, offering a city view.

Director Twin or Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
20 North Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 1TR

What's nearby

  • Royal Mile - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 1 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Haymarket Station - 28 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • Balfour Street Tram Stop - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brewhemia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albanach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whiski Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Scotsman Hotel

You'll be in a fantastic location at The Scotsman Hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Royal Mile and Princes Street. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Grand Cafe, which serves lunch and dinner. This boutique hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of University of Edinburgh and George Street. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 7 minutes and Princes Street Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 79 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 18 per night; discounts available)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1899
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

Grand Cafe - This restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 22.50 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 18 per night (656 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Scotsman Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Scotsman Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Scotsman Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Scotsman Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Scotsman Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Scotsman Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. The Scotsman Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near The Scotsman Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Grand Cafe.

What's the area around The Scotsman Hotel like?

The Scotsman Hotel is in Old Town Edinburgh, a short 7-minute walk from St Andrew Square Tram Stop and 3 minutes' walk from Royal Mile. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Scotsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Breakfast
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Food
Bed
Train station
Restaurant
Lobby

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and very good with many options available. (36 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant served excellent meals and had great service. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely amazing hotel! Everything was incredible. We would definitely stay here again.
Theron, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay
rich, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff and the service was excellent, the room was lovely. Couldn't recommend more!
Katarina, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful hotel with a great location. We loved their picture house. However parking is offsite and unloading is a problem.
Suzanne, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great experience
Wesley, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous staff and location
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed the hotel. Great location- Great staff
frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect situation and hotel was amazing
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everybody was amazing!! What a fantastic experience
Dustin, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent experience throughout.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location and helpful staff
Eric, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

The view from the room was truly spectacular. The room had stains on the carpet and on the chair. Staff was mediocre.
Marco Lorenzo, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Had a very nice time there it’s a beautiful hotel highly recommend
Brian, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Central convenient and nice
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, superb staff, comfortable room, & an excellent breakfast. I highly recommend the Scotsman Hotel.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice. Good location.
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay with a convenient location
Jennifer, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

great location and wonderful service
Guy Dean, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property with great everything.
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property within walking distance of many attractions.
Rachel, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful room.
Sylvia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff, location, and restaurants. What more can you ask for?
Eric, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

fantastic location and the room was amazing!
pamela, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Charming hotel with friendly and professional staff
Judy, 2-night trip